ABOUT THE BOOK

Millennial women are living in a time when career opportunities have never been better—if you want them, that is. In the past, most people accepted the necessity of “putting in the time.” You had to hope you would be in the right place when the next opportunity presented itself, waiting for your turn in a slow, steady queue.

This book is about how to seize those opportunities, achieve great things, and get what you want. The first step toward getting what you want is knowing what you want, and to do that, you have to put yourself out there and be vulnerable. That is a challenge for some women, especially if they’re not confident, still unsure about what they want, or don’t feel “ready.” Michelle Turman’s book shares real-world experiences about her own journey and offers tips, tools, and exercises to create your personal road map to live your purpose.

Overcome Adversity

Overcome personal or professional adversity that may be holding you back from moving forward.

Believe In Yourself

Recognize and avoid the detractors that are hindering you from believing in yourself.

Grow & Flourish

Develop a meaningful relationship with a mentor who can help you grow and flourish.

Your True Purpose

Learn how to understand your moral compass, tell your story and grow your reputation wisely so you can live your true purpose.

A Note from Michelle

Have you ever if you have dreamed big, faltered, challenged the status quo, been the minority in a group, or wish to have the tenacity to create your own destiny and write your own rulebook? If so, I hope you will read this book!

Starting my own business was not the only thing I did before I was ready. Looking back, I could never have known that my decisions to “jump the queue” would lead me to become the youngest woman to dive the Titanic; or becoming the youngest female museum art director in Florida; or attain enough success in the nonprofit sector in order to start my own consulting company. As a result, my journey took me around the world, to the bottom of the ocean, to the top of the corporate ladder, and just about everywhere in between. It’s a process and a mindset that I aim to pass on to young professional women in this book.

I do a lot of business with young professionals, particularly women. And far from the lazy, selfie-snapping narcissists that millennials are portrayed as, what I see are motivated women who are riding the waves of change instead of trying to swim against the current. These are young women who realize that the world is changing and that they must change with it.

The book is truly about sharing how extraordinary experiences can mold a woman’s character at each stage in her life. It is about the challenges and trials that any young woman who aspires to be a leader should expect to face along her journey—and to overcome.

As the saying goes, “be the change you want to see in the world.” This is why I write for you—with honesty, vulnerability, and as a facilitator of change for the next leader. You have the power to create your own opportunities. You have the power to create the world you want to live in.

Enjoy,

WHAT READERS SAY

Jessica Rivelli.

Jessica Rivelli, Founder of the Working Women Foundation

A must-read for future female leaders looking to leave a lasting impact. Michelle shares stories of successes and failures to illustrate how both are necessary to learn and grow personally and professionally. Her candor is a breath of fresh air!

Rita Lowman

Rita Lowman, Bank Executive, 2017/18 Chair of the Florida Bankers Association, and Author of from the farm to the Boardroom

An insightful book filled with inspiration and wisdom for anyone entering the workforce. Michelle’s story shared that you do not need to stand in line for the next opportunity. Ambition, drive and taking the chance with your career will allow a person to navigate their destination. Thank you, Michelle, for your honesty and delivering a roadmap for success.

Kari Saddler.

Kari Saddler, Founder of Daily Leadership Coaching

Michelle’s book, Jumping the Queue is an upbeat breath of fresh air for ambitious women who are not interested in traditional model of waiting ten or twenty years for the right opportunity. Written from her own experiences, Michelle creates a path for women who want their lives adventurous, successful, fast-paced, and even a little bit scary. She is honest, funny, and uses the power of story to show the key decisions she made in her life that led to opportunity and success. I highly recommend this book to any woman who is ready to propel their lives forward.

Michele Norris

Michele Norris, Founder, Navigen Leadership

Young professional women thirsty for mentorship will benefit from Michelle’s authentic and inspirational story. She outlines the mindset, compass and steps necessary for success as work evolves. A must read for integrating your life and your career.

Angela Pottinger

Jumping the Queue is an insightful read for women looking for guidance in navigating the business world. Through her own experiences and expertise, Michelle offers a fresh and mindful perspective on career advancement, overcoming hardships and achieving all your professional goals with grace and confidence.

Lauren Davenport

Lauren Davenport, Founder of The Symphony Agency

As a millennial and the CEO of a multi-million-dollar ad agency, I know a thing or two about 'jumping the queue,' and I wish I had read this book sooner. It goes straight to the heart of how to recognize and avoid the detractors that hinder you from believing in yourself and achieving your true potential. If you're looking to find purpose and achieve your big dreams, don't wait. This book is a must-read.

Lisa L. Demmi

Lisa L. Demmi, Keynote Speaker and Trainer

This book resonated with me on many levels! Jumping the Queue confirms that knowing what you want and belief in yourself is critical to achieving both personal and professional goals. Through Michelle’s words and real-life examples, I’m inspired to create even bigger dreams and goals!

Margaret Cardillo

Margaret Cardillo, award winning author, screenwriter and editor

There is one thing wrong with this book: I wish it had been published when I was in my 20s. Everything Michelle writes resonates with me, now more than ever. I found motivation, inspiration, compassion and sound advice among the pages. You couldn’t ask for a better guide to see you through some of the toughest times in life. You’ll be nodding in agreement through the whole read. Get this for your daughter, your sister, your wife, your friend, or anyone who needs that extra push to know that she can do it.

Miraj Patel

Miraj Patel, Founder, Harness Innovative Fundraising Solutions

Jumping the Queue is a riveting narrative about the power of believing in yourself. It’s about
trusting in your own process, over “the” process. It’s about learning to welcome uncertainty, to embrace it. It’s about achieving the unlikely, not the impossible.

Cami Gibertini

What a timely read for any woman, especially the millennial women that truly wants to be proactive in her own career growth versus being reactive to the status quo or the “that’s how we’ve always done it” corporate mentality.

Krayl Funch

As a female entrepreneur whose path has been anything but straight, I can definitely relate to the stories, both personally and professionally, Michelle bravely shares in Jumping the Queue. An inspirational read for any woman who has loads of enthusiasm and passion about their big ideas but lacks the experience, or mentor in their lives, needed to execute their goals. Proof that waiting until you are ready to get started is not always the best policy.

Trimeka Benjamin

Trimeka Benjamin, President & CEO of Swim Digital Group

Jumping the Queue goes directly to the heart of why millennial's "contractor mindset" is the future of how our leaders think and work.

Eugene Nesmeyanov

Eugene Nesmeyanov, Author of The Shipbuilding & Titanic researcher

This is a brilliant handbook and source of great inspiration analyzing the position, psychology and potential of women in contemporary business based on Turman’s own rich and in many ways unique work experience in multiple fields.
Of particular interest for those who know Michelle primarily as the curator/conservator of the Titanic artifacts and the youngest female diver to this historical wreck is the chapter devoted to her valiant and highly professional work during the first Titanic expedition of the new millennium.

Vinnie Mirchandani

deal architect

The two books I read, Jumping the Queue by Michelle A Turman and Disrupters by Dr. Patti Fletcher come at bias and navigating around it from very different vantage points. Turman’s is more local, more in the nonprofit and small business realm. Read more: http://dealarchitect.typepad.com/deal_architect/2018/01/a-weekend-with-inspirational-ladies.html.